| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Acura RLX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 310 hp@6500 272 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.2 in | -5.9 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 198.1 in | -18.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.4 in | -4.3 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 57.7 in | -1.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3011 lb. | 3977 lb. | -966 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.6 in | -3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.9 in | -2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.0 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.5 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 38.8 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.
| 2018 Acura RLX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2018 | 4dr Sedan | Everyone who sits in the back seats comments on the comfort and leg room. see full Acura RLX review |